Things To Do
Beach Tavern
Quick bite or bev, within walking distance of the venue! Unfortunately, it is adults only.
Boathouse 19
A bit of a fancier option, a short drive from the venue with a great view of the Puget sound!
Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park
Go for a walk at Dune peninsula in the Ruston neighborhood. Named after the Dune book franchise whose author, Frank Herbert, was born in Tacoma!
Five Mile Drive
A beautiful place to take a walk, with so many lovely views in all directions.
Hi-Voltage Records
One of Reese and Maddie’s frequent spots. This book & record store is quite a way to kill some time!
Museum of Glass
Looking for a way to soak up some extra time? Tacoma’s glass museum features many of Tacoma native Dale Chihuly’s pieces.
Pao's Donut & Coffee Shop
A staple of Maddie's childhood. They are cash only so plan ahead!
Point Ruston
A unique shopping district with a great view of the Puget Sound and Mount Tahoma (a.k.a. Mount Rainer)
Proctor Farmers' Market
A quick wander through Tacomas Proctor district, On Saturdays they have a farmers market, grab some bread or flowers, or just look at some cute dogs.
Tower Lanes Bowling
Play a round of bowling, arcade games, or mini golf.
W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory
Botanical garden in Tacoma's Wright Park.